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In July 2013, Mandy’s Farm was awarded $25,000 from the Community Fund through United Way of Central New Mexico, to establish a pilot program and create employment opportunities in the community, in integrated settings, for individuals with Developmental Disabilities.

In 2014 we were once again granted $25,000 from the Community Fund to continue our supported employment program, Everyone Can Work.

More recently, in 2015, Mandy’s Farm was granted funding to further support the Everyone Can Work program in the amount of $5,000.

In May 2014, Mandy’s Farm participated in a very special 24-hour online event called Give Grande New Mexico. As part of a national day of giving called Give Local America, the Community Foundation Coalition of New Mexico supported local nonprofits and causes throughout New Mexico. Thanks to our generous supporters, Mandy’s Farm raised over $7,000 during this event.

The Hancock Family Foundation has awarded Mandy’s Farm a generous grant to expand the visual arts program through the purchase of state-of-the-art supplies. Day Services Coordinator, Jessie Calero, developed an extensive painting and drawing curriculum.

An additional 2014 grant from the Hancock Family Foundation allowed us to purchase art supplies, as well as funds to establish a ceramics studio for our day services program.

In April 2014, Bradbury Stamm donated a 2007 Ford F150 truck for use around the Farm. This gently used truck replaced one which was donated by Bradbury Stamm several years ago. We are most grateful for the long-term support from this wonderful organization.

Organized in 2013 by a group of individuals in the community, members of Albuquerque Involved pledge year-round contributions. As recipient of the September 2013 award focused on disabilities, Mandy’s Farm was able to purchase a mounting ramp for their therapeutic horsemanship program.

In August 2013, Local cyclists John Padoven, Joel Sachs, and David Garcia completed an amazing 1500 mile journey from Boston, MA to Key West, FL. Their goal was to raise awareness for autism by encouraging communities along the way to adopt programs serving the needs of individuals with Developmental Disabilities. At the same time, they raised money for Mandy’s Farm. Funds were combined with the grant from Albuquerque Involved to purchase a mounting ramp for the therapeutic horsemanship program.

Tom Kass of New Mexico Swing Works donated a wonderful therapy swing. Courtney was able to get out of her wheelchair and swing for the first time in over 10 years! Mandy’s now has a swing that accommodates everyone at the Farm.

Established in 1981, the Albuquerque Community Foundation serves the greater Albuquerque community. In 2013, through the ACF Competitive Grants Program, Mandy’s Farm was awarded $6,000 to support expansion of its Everyone Can Work program, which helps find meaningful employment opportunities for people with Developmental Disabilities.